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This tunic-length blouse will be your heavy rotation item as part of your spring and upcoming summer wardrobe. The matching long scarf in double gauze fabric adds a soft look. Enjoy wearing it in a variety of ways, changing it to match a different style. The featured double gauze, Fall from TUMIKI series, is a lighter fabric with a punching treatment on only one side of the gauze.

We interviewed KaOrico about her creation:Kokka Fabric (KF): What did you think of the fabric you used for this project?
It has a cool and refreshing look. The material being gauze, I designed something that can be enjoyed from spring into summer.

KF: Can you tell us any special elements or ideas that you incorporated into this creation?
To coordinate the design with a scarf, the neckline is v-shaped. The simple design will complement any kind of wardrobe.

KF: What are some tips for making this blouse?
This gauze with a punching treatment easily frays when making a bias binding
strip. The key is to try to work quickly and efficiently.

KF: How should we use this blouse in everyday situations?
How you wear the scarf will drastically change your look. For a still chilly spring
weather, you may put a cardigan over it. In the summertime, you can enjoy
only the blouse without a scarf, or wrap a scarf around to keep you from a
strong sun. Enjoy it in a variety of ways.

KF: Thank you very much, KaOrico! Here are sewing instructions along with step by step photos from her. Enjoy crafting!

Instructions

1.
Make the pattern and cut the fabric with the seam.
Bias binding tape 2cm wide x 70cm Three pieces
Long scarf 38cm wide x 180cm One piece

2.
Sew the dart.

3.
Serge or apply zigzag stitches on the edge of the shoulder and sides.

4.
Make a bias binding strip. Fold both ends for 5mm and iron the strip.

5.
Attach the bias binding strip on the collar.

6.
Cut a slit on the seam of the body.

7.
Sew together the ends of the bias binding strips at the chest. As described here, also attach the bias binding strip around the neckline.
Double fold the seam (about 1.5cm-2cm) on the scarf fabric. Sew all the way around.